Prisca Noel Waiganjo crafted a beautiful kimono bathrobe, perfectly blending style and comfort for Jürgen Sauren's friend's special birthday gift. What's your wish?
A request by Jürgen from Köln, Germany
Lieber Jochen,
Ich möchte gerne meiner Freundin agatha zum Geburtstag am 23. März einen Kimono anfertigen lassen und schenken, den sie ggf daheim als morgenmantel oder in der Sauna im Sommer tragen kann.
Der Mantel sollte 2 aufgesetzte Taschen und einen Gürtel in schlaufen geführt haben.
Sie trägt regelmäßig konfektionsgrösse EU 38/40 und ist ca. 167 cm gross.
Farblich ist vieles möglich,
The Journey of Creating Custom Made Kimono Bathrobe
Negotiation & Planning
Artisan's Proposals
Good morning.
Thank you for your request. There are different types of kimonos. I’ve attached images. Would you like the kimono long or short. Would you prefer a loose fit or a made to measure fit?
Please let me know which design you prefer.
Regards
Noel
Bitte einen langen Kimono. Er sollte maßgeschneidert, aber nicht zu eng sein, so wie IMG 5327.
Das blaue Design gefällt uns sehr.
https://www.urbanchangelab.com/index.php?gf-download=2024%2F02%2FIMG_5327.jpeg&form-id=14&field-id=42&hash=c209b402733e62c4886fedac1f4a27c079d019bf3ea31374fc9f92032a8dabdd
Dear Jurgen,
Thank you for your response. Unfortunately, the fabrics you have shared are not available. I’ve attached photos of fabrics that are available and close to what you want.
Please let me know your preference.
Regards
Noel
Haben Sie keine weiteren Stoffe in blau kombiniert mit orange oder kupfer oder gelblich?
Sauren
Jurgen,
I’ve shared more photos of fabrics available
Regards
Noel
Unser Favorit ist IMG_5611.jpeg, allerdings müssten die Streifen der Blumen länglich von oben nach unten und nicht quer verlaufen. Ist das möglich?
Jürgen
Dear Jurgen,
Yes, this is doable.
I’ve made my quotation and will start as soon as the order is confirmed.
Regards
Noel
Crafting Process
Artisan’s Progress Updates
Dear Jurgen,
I’ve purchased the fabric and will keep you updated on the production process.
Regards
Noel
Wunderbar, wir freuen und.
Jurgen,
Find attached close up photos of the fabric. As per the EU size chart, I’ll be using the following measurements:
Bust-36 inches
Waist-30
Hips-40
Shoulder-16
Shoulder to ankle- 53
Sleeve length-17
In case this can’t work, let me know.
Regards
Noel
Die Masse von agatha sind:
Brust 98
Taille 78
Hüfte 103
Schulterbreite 41
Max länge des Kimono 130.
Mit den Beschreibungen und den anderen Massen können wir nichts anfangen.
Jurgen,
Thank you for the feedback
Please note that I’ll be using the measurements as a guide. However, I’ll add a little allowance on the shoulder, waist and hip area since kimonos should not be tightly fit.
Please confirm her preferred sleeve length.
Regards
Noel
Ärmellänge sollte 25 cm sein.
Jürgen
Hello Jurgen,
I’ve uploaded a video of the kimonos progress. I’ll now proceed to add a patch pocket and loops
Regards
Noel
Wo finde ich das Video? Bin gespannt.
Jürgen
Hello Jurgen,
Find attached photos and videos of the kimono.
I’ve added two loops on each side as well as two patch pockets as shown in the videos.
Let me know if it’s okay
Regards
Noel
Sieht super aus. Wunderbar. Perfekt. Herzlichen Dank.
Jürgen
Hello Jürgen,
This is Vicky, the local operations manager. I received your kimono and have thoroughly reviewed it. The fabric looks beautiful and the workmanship is impressive. I have also taken some photos showing the measurements of the kimono, which I have shared with you. I hope these photos provide all the information you need. Kindly go through them and let us know what you think.
Best regards,
Vicky Achieng.
Wunderbar.
Meine Freundin hat am 23.3. Geburtstag. Ob de Kimono bis dahin bei mir sein kann?
Jürgen
Final Delivery – The Completed Piece in Photos
Customer Photos After Delivery
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON001489E-59759
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
27.31
|
| Cost of labour |
15.17
|
| Cost of packaging |
0.91
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
2.43
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
45.82
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
4.58
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
4.58
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany* |
0
|
| VAT (Germany)* |
10.45
|
| Total |
65.43
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
